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    Jun 21, 2008, 02:01 PM
    3-way switch with two lights
    Okay, so we had an electrical contractor come in and do the ruff-in but of course after payment he is not coming back to do the finish work. I feel I am pretty good at figuring out how to wire "stuff" using diagrams that I find on the internet but one of the three way switch set-ups I can not figure out. The power runs to the first light via 14/2 wire then from the first light a 14/2 wire runs to the first switch then at 14/2 wire runs from the first switch to the second light and a 14/3 wire from the first switch runs to the second switch. I can not figure out how to make this circuit operate. Is it even possible?
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    Jun 21, 2008, 03:51 PM
    This is called a "hotel" circuit, with which you can switch on-off the light from both switches.
    The switchover contact of the second switch goes to the power return to complete the circuit.
    Circuit drawing follows...
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    Jun 21, 2008, 04:27 PM
    Thank you very much I am looking forward to seeing this one:)
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    Jun 21, 2008, 04:39 PM
    I hope this is clear. If not, just comment !

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    Jun 21, 2008, 05:00 PM
    Okay nut sure what you are saying. Sorry. Here is a picture of what I have. It is rough:)
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    Jun 21, 2008, 05:46 PM
    I was afraid that was what you said.
    You either need to get a 14-2 between the 2 lights, or a constant hot and neutral to either switch.
    Either Possible?
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    Jun 21, 2008, 05:50 PM
    With your existing wiring, you can have 2 3 ways control light #2,
    On light number 1 could be pullchain controlled.
    X 10 is another possibility.
    X10.com - Security Cameras, X10 Home Security, Wireless Camera, Home Automation, Electronics and More!
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    http://software.x10.com/pub/manuals/ws4777-is.pdf
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